What is the cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kuwana?

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kuwana is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kobe to Kuwana?

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Kuwana is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Kuwana?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Kuwana. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Kuwana via Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Kobe to Kuwana?

The distance between Kobe and Kuwana is 227 km. The road distance is 169.8 km.

How do I travel from Kobe to Kuwana without a car?

The best way to get from Kobe to Kuwana without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Kobe to Kuwana?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Kobe to Kuwana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Kuwana train from?

Kobe to Kuwana train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kōbe Station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Kuwana?

The best way to get from Kobe to Kuwana is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3900 - ¥4700 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Kobe to Kuwana train arrive?

Kobe to Kuwana train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Kuwana?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Kuwana is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Kobe to Kuwana.

Where can I stay near Kuwana?

There are 207+ hotels available in Kuwana.

Kobe to Kuwana - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Kuwana by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Nagoya StationNozomi
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kuwana[21468] JR Kansai Line Local / ...
1h 40m
¥7,209–10,809
Drive 169.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kobe to Kuwana169.8 km
2h 14m
¥2,900–4,189
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Meitetsu Bus Center
3h 41m
¥3,930–4,660
Train via Osaka
1. Take the train from Tsuruhashi to KuwanaUrban Liner / ...
3h 26m
¥4,276–5,356
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nishi-Motomachi to Osaka-UmedaHanshin Main Line Local / ...
2. Take the bus from Ōsaka to Kintetsu Yokkaichi
5h 16m
¥3,813–4,069

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Kobe, Japan and Kuwana, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kuwana via Nagoya Station in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Sannomiya BT to Meitetsu Bus Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,460 and the journey takes 3h 17m.

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